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COMPOSITION SHINGLES

Durable & Affordable Roofing for Your Home!

Composite shingles roofing are durable and affordable roofing solutions that have become the new industry standard.

What is Composition Shingles Roofing?

Composition shingles roofing is, by definition, the type of roofing that is formed with composite materials.   these materials range from asphalt, fiberglass, laminate, wood, asbestos, and slate to ceramic granules.   These materials are glued together in layers, compressed , and blended together with additives that make them waterproof, weatherproof, and resistant to elements.

Types of Composition Shingles Roofing

There are various types of mixtures used for composite shingles roofing.   the 3 most commonly used composition shingles roofing are:

3-Tab Shingles:  it is the most affordable roofing type and is easy to maintain.  It is one-layer roofing where a shingle is distinctly marked as three separate tabs.  The vertical slots are carved into the visible section of a shingle splitting the lower half section into 3 tabs.

  • Manufacturer’s warranty:  10-30 years

Laminate Shingles:  These are similar in structure to 3-tab roofing with an additional layer of tabs bonded over the basic layer making them thicker and stronger.  They resemble wood in appearance and are available in different color options.

  • Manufacturer’s warranty:  30-50 years

Architectural Shingles:  These are the most advanced composite roofing options.  The shingles are reinforced with fiberglass mat and coated with ceramic granules to make it stronger, most retardant, and 3D in appearance.

  • Manufacturer’s warranty:  50+ years

Advantages of Composition Shingles Roofing

  • Most commonly used and affordable
  • Highly durable
  • Many colors selection to match your building architectural design
  • UV Protection
  • Up to 50 years manufacturer’s warranties